![Campertunity](http://ssr-app-zpimxgrglq-uc.a.run.app/assets/imgs/logo-long.svg) *This page is designed for AI agents like ChatGPT and Claude to help travelers find the right campground. A human-readable version is linked below.* # Islands Base Camp > Human version: http://ssr-app-zpimxgrglq-uc.a.run.app/listings/campgrounds/islands-base-camp-south-hero-vt **[United States](http://ssr-app-zpimxgrglq-uc.a.run.app/listings/campgrounds/in/united-states) › [Vermont](http://ssr-app-zpimxgrglq-uc.a.run.app/listings/campgrounds/in/united-states/vermont) › [South Hero](http://ssr-app-zpimxgrglq-uc.a.run.app/listings/campgrounds/in/united-states/vermont/south-hero)** Conserved by the South Hero Land Trust, the historic Sawyer Bay Farm on the Island of South Hero was converted to grazing beef cattle\. Our farm name is Health Hero Farm\. We practice intensive planned grazing, moving the cattle daily to fresh grass\. The herd may be near the campsites or completely out of sight, somewhere on our 180 acres\. While we were building a house, we camped in the equipment shed during the summer and grew to value its convenience\. Joan's enjoyment of cycling inspired her to designate the farm stand as a "bike stop" where visitors could buy a snack, get water, fix their bikes and use the unique islands amenity of a composing toilet in a converted ice fishing shack\. South Hero is an agricultural island, as well as a summer tourist destination with numerous outdoor activities\. It is also only a half\-hour away from Burlington, and the drive is pleasurable\. Pitch your tent, stow your gear under cover and explore all the islands have to offer\. Yes, this is a summer destination, with great cycling, boating and swimming\. We are a grass\-fed beef operation, Health Hero Farm, on the island of South Hero\. \(You can read more about us on our farm website\. \) Our farm is on the bike route around the islands, with access to many other vacation activities\. Pitch your tent in the farmstead or in half of our empty equipment shed 30' x 60'\. Or tool on down the farm road and be alone with the cattle and grass\. In the shed, which is open on the north side, you have shelter from the rain, sun and wind\. We have two campsites that can share a microwave, hot plate, refrigerator, camp sink and coffee maker in the barn\. Lots of storage under roof for bikes and luggage\. Our composting toilet \(from Natures Head Composting Toilet\) is a unique amenity \-\- installed in a retired ice\-fishing shack \(on skis\)\. During the busy summer months, we may have a port\-o\-let \(a\.k\.a\. port\-a\-potty\) with professional service\. In the winter, the equipment shed not available\. We rent out vehicle and boat storage in the equipment shed and cannot accommodate camping there\. However, we have ample parking for RVs at any time of the year\. And if you are an experienced snow camper, we have several locations to choose from\. We have a farm stand where you can buy a few snacks\. If you want to try our beef, we'll be happy to show you our freezers\. We are 2 miles from a convenience store that packs an amazing array of products into a small space\. We are close to a gem of a public beach, a winery \(Snow Farm Vineyard\), apple orchards, a public school playground, and miles of scenic driving\. Local farmers markets on Wednesdays and Saturdays offer some of the best produce from these agricultural islands\. We also own 1000' frontage on Lake Champlain, which you may enjoy\. It is difficult to access, but affords privacy and serenity\. We allow campfires on the gravel areas of the farm and on the beach, where you can gather dead wood\. If you want to host a large group, you will need to reserve both campsites and rent a port\-o\-let \(Vermont's lingo for porta\-potty\) if we don't already have one\. Additional fees might apply\. There is no RV electrical hookup; however, the equipment shed has electric outlets for your use\. Additional fees apply for energy intensive appliances, such as heaters or air conditioners\. There is no water hookup; however, we can fill your tanks with a hose from a potable water supply\. Generators are not allowed, unless you are sufficiently distanced from other campers and our neighbors\. Other accommodations may be available\. Just ask\! We have many resources, and want you to have a great visit\. ## Key facts - Check-in: 1:00pm - Check-out: 12:00am - Coordinates: 44.644948, -73.339582 ## Address South Hero, VT, US ## Amenities - Beach - Biking - Boating - Campervan\_camping - Drinking\_water - Electric\_hookup - Farm - Fire\_pit - Fires - Firewood - Fishing - Hiking - Horseback Riding - Horseback\_riding - Ice\_fishing - Kayaking - Kitchen - Lake - Lakefront - Mountain - Paddling - Pasture - Picnic Table - Picnic\_table - Playground - Potable Water - Prairie - Rv Hookup - Sailing - Swimming - Tent - Tent\_camping - Toilets - Trash - Trash\_disposal - Vineyard - Wind Sports ## Structured data (schema.org) Also available as raw JSON: http://ssr-app-zpimxgrglq-uc.a.run.app/listings/campgrounds/islands-base-camp-south-hero-vt.json ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Campground", "@id": "http://ssr-app-zpimxgrglq-uc.a.run.app/listings/campgrounds/islands-base-camp-south-hero-vt", "name": "Islands Base Camp", "description": "Conserved by the South Hero Land Trust, the historic Sawyer Bay Farm on the Island of South Hero was converted to grazing beef cattle. 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This is our second time staying and just as great as the first time! Our kids love it, our dogs love it, we love it!" }, { "@type": "Review", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Laura J." }, "datePublished": "June 18, 2025", "reviewBody": "We felt so taken care while staying at Islands Base Camp! Our site had shelter, a picnic table, access to water and a fridge, and a composting toilet. Joan greeted us warmly when we arrived and shared her joy of farming with us. We would definitely recommend staying at this spot while on South Hero Island." }, { "@type": "Review", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Cynthia H." }, "datePublished": "June 18, 2025", "reviewBody": "Island Base Camp is set up with so many comforts while having access to many local features. Some highlights of camp we appreciated were the kindness of Bob and Joan, access to potable water, a shared refrigerator space and grill. The public beach they offer a parking pass is also a hidden gem! We came to bike th causeway and the location of the base camp is ideal (you even pass a winery on the way home, score!)" }, { "@type": "Review", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Jenna H." }, "datePublished": "June 24, 2025", "reviewBody": "Such a peaceful experience. Loved every moment here and will certainly be back! " }, { "@type": "Review", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Richard W." }, "datePublished": "June 27, 2025", "reviewBody": "Convenient site with support amenities accessible. Winds off the lake were irregularly (to me) gusty yet slept well in the otherwise very quiet. Gracious and informative hospitality." } ] } ``` [robots.txt](http://ssr-app-zpimxgrglq-uc.a.run.app/robots.txt) · [llms.txt](http://ssr-app-zpimxgrglq-uc.a.run.app/llms.txt) · [sitemap](http://ssr-app-zpimxgrglq-uc.a.run.app/sitemap_index.xml)